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Irdai Motor Insurance Changes: IRDAI directs insurers to offer four-layer motor cover in compliance with SC order

MUMBAI: IRDAI has operationalised the Supreme Court’s directive to restructure motor insurance into four distinct sections, separating mandatory third-party liability and owner-driver personal accident cover from optional occupant liability, additional personal accident and own-damage covers. The new framework, which comes into force on Dec 15, 2026, seeks to make customers aware of what they are…

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Gold prices may have crashed globally but gold smuggling in India has jumped to 50 tonnes from 3 tonnes in a year as 15% import duty widens the price gap; demand remains 29% lower year-on-year

The increase in import duty has changed the cost dynamics of gold supply in India. (Image for representative purpose only) India, the world’s second-largest gold market, is seeing a significant change in the way gold enters the country. The increase in import duty from 6% to 15% has made official imports more expensive, prompting a…

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Midterm blues: Why a ‘lame’ duck Donald Trump may push for a quick India-US trade deal

Both Democrats and Republicans have increasingly backed economic nationalism. (Image for representative purpose only) What does Democrats’ win in US midterm elections mean for India-US trade deal prospects? Will Donald Trump be forced to change his strategy?The unfavourable midterm election outcome is unlikely to prompt President Donald Trump to change course on trade, according to…

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Gold price prediction today: Where are gold prices headed in Dhanteras week? Check November 4, 2026 outlook

Gold is likely to trade in a $3,860-4,100 range this week, which is roughly Rs 1,36,500-1,45,500 on MCX. Gold price prediction today: Gold prices may trade sideways with some support from festive season buying, though the demand remains weak, says Vedika Narvekar, Research Analyst – Commodities & Currencies, Anand Rathi Shares and Stock Brokers. Here’s…

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What will Trump losing US midterm elections mean for Sensex, Nifty? Explained

Experts believe that a strong win by Democrats would be a short-term positive for Indian stock markets. (Image for representative purpose only) Investors are closely watching the US midterm elections for indications of whether the outcome could help reduce geopolitical uncertainty worldwide, an important factor shaping the outlook for equity markets.The polls decide which party…

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